June 23, 1947 – April 17, 2021
Gerard Thomas Robertson, 73, of Manahawkin, New Jersey passed away surrounded by his girls on Saturday, April 17, 2021. He was born in Brooklyn, New York and was also a resident of Bogota and Jackson, New Jersey.
He is predeceased by his parents Jeanette and John Robertson, brother Steven and son-in-law Joseph Marks. He is survived by his beloved wife of 53 years Judith, three loving daughters, Kari Robertson, Amy Robertson-Marks, Laura and son-in-law Adam Rizzo, all of Manahawkin. Brothers John and wife Elaine, Robert Robertson and Steven’s wife Joyce, his four grandchildren, Jeremy and Sydney Robertson-Marks, Christopher and Michael Rizzo. Jerry is also survived by many nieces, nephews and close friends that he considered family.
Jerry was a former employee of the New Jersey Department of Transportation, and later Owner Operator of Robertson Trucking. Since retiring, Jerry was an avid traveler, he enjoyed cruising and family vacations. He especially loved spending time with his four grandchildren. Pops cherished attending their school and sports activities, and was so proud of their accomplishments.
Jerry was kind and compassionate, with a legendary sense of humor. He loved family gatherings, his Scottish heritage, and his grand dogs Jade, Tulip and Knuckles. Even through many medical challenges he never complained, and was a warrior to the end. He is forever in our hearts, and will be greatly missed.
A Funeral Mass will be held in his honor on Saturday, April 24, 2021 at 11:00am at St. Francis of Assisi Church 4700 Long Beach Blvd., Brant Beach, NJ 08008.
In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the Senior Services Department or the Food Pantry of St. Francis Community Center, 4700 Long Beach Blvd., Long Beach Township, NJ 08008. Due to COVID restrictions, the church is not receiving floral deliveries.
The Thos L. Shinn Funeral Home, 10 Hilliard Dr., Manahawkin was entrusted with the arrangements.
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